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The five most viewed stories on kjzz.org involved Phoenix leaving the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority, Arizona revoking water permits for a Saudi Arabia-owned farm due to inconsistencies in applications, the public farewell party for Phoenix Metrocenter Mall before its demolition, the representation of Arizona in the Miss USA competition by Tempe police officer Candace Kanavel, and tribes helping manage Arizona’s oldest and largest free-ranging buffalo herd on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.
Countdown to 2024: Top 5 Most-Viewed Stories on kjzz.org
Looking ahead to 2024, let’s review the five most popular stories on kjzz.org this year.
Phoenix to Exit Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
Travelers prepare for their flights at Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport.
In June, Phoenix declared its intention to conclude its partnership with the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority. The city plans to withdraw its funding and resources from the southeast Valley airport in 2024.
Water Permits for Saudi Arabia-Owned Arizona Farm Revoked
An alfalfa field in Arizona is irrigated.
Arizona revoked drilling permits for two water wells of a Saudi Arabia-owned alfalfa farm in the state’s west. Authorities cited discrepancies in the company’s well applications as the reason for withdrawing the permits.
Phoenix Metrocenter Mall Hosts Farewell Party Before Demolition
A Metrocenter Mall entrance near the Harkins Theatre.
Phoenix locals got a chance to bid farewell to the beloved Metrocenter Mall at a public party before its scheduled demolition and redevelopment.
Tempe Police Officer Represents Arizona in Miss USA
Candace Kanavel, Miss Arizona 2023 and Tempe police officer.
Tempe police officer Candace Kanavel represented Arizona in the Miss USA pageant after being crowned Miss Arizona USA.
Tribes Aid in Controlling Grand Canyon’s Buffalo Population
Buffalo crossing signs are scattered along State Route 67, leading towards the North Rim.
Arizona and other tribes, which share a deep connection with the iconic symbol of the West, are helping sustainably manage Arizona’s oldest and largest free-ranging buffalo herd in the Grand Canyon’s North Rim.
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